# Digital Instrument Sound Systems This Triangle Speaker Updates Analog Music with Modern Audio Tech By Amelia Roblin | Published 2015-09-08 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triangle-speaker References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2015/09/03/idiophone-inspired-audio/) & [behance.net](https://www.behance.net/gallery/29305387/spangle) If you remember how to play the simplest percussion equipment in music class, you'll find the function of this triangle speaker to be quite intuitive. Based on the shape and tactile interaction necessary of the triangle musical instrument, this [portable sound system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orgdot-n200) is accessible to use while delighting the senses. Chan-ju Park widened the band that defines the triangular form in order to create generous [touch-sensitive surfaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sound-maestro). A single button on the bottom of the freestanding three-sided speaker initiates play and pause modes, while taps and strokes on the sides are the commands for skipping tracks and adjusting the volume. To switch it on, the user makes contact to it with his smartphone, much like he would strike the metal stick to the original idiophone. This triangle speaker, dubbed the 'Spangle,' demonstrates a harmonious marriage of manual and technological operation. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 69% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Interactive Audio Devices:** Opportunity for creating touch-sensitive audio devices that combine manual and technological operation. - **Tactile User Interfaces:** Opportunity for developing user interfaces that utilize tactile interactions for control and navigation. - **Portable Sound Systems:** Opportunity for innovating portable sound systems that enhance user experience and accessibility. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Electronics:** Opportunity for consumer electronics manufacturers to create interactive and tactile audio devices. - **Music Technology:** Opportunity for music tech companies to integrate tactile user interfaces into their products. - **Audio Equipment:** Opportunity for audio equipment manufacturers to design portable sound systems with enhanced functionality. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Music-Sharing Transmitted Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soundmotion.md) - [Stylish Low-Tech Sound Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frame-sound.md) - [Geometric Foldable Speaker Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pentatonic-1.md) - [Rolling Pentagonal Speaker Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foldable-speaker-concept.md) - [Digital Analog Wireless Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mark-hifi.md) - [Two-in-One Speaker Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/one-plus-bluetooth-speaker.md) - [Geometric Two-Part Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/conceptual-bluetooth-speaker-design.md) - [Dice-Inspired Speaker Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dominote-speaker.md) - [Sculptural Sound Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acoustic-sculpture-speaker.md)